Growing Old Gifted
Annemarie Roeper reflects on aging for gifted individuals, describing old age as a period of cumulative loss, diminishing future possibilities, and confronting mystery. She urges honest acceptance, mental preservation, and recognition of elders’ wisdom and societal roles, calling for respect and greater inclusion of elder perspectives.
The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree: Gifted Parents Parenting Gifted Children
Many parents of gifted children are themselves gifted but may be unaware; developing self-awareness about intensity, sensitivity, and perfectionism helps parents better relate to and support their children. Recognizing neurological differences and separating parental desires from children’s choices fosters healthier relationships and long-term benefits.